My Master Builder
My Master Builder by Lila Raicek is a drama published by Nick Hern Books, Limited on May 15, 2025. This 96-page play unfolds on the eve of July 4th in the Hamptons, where Elena is preparing a celebration for her husband, Henry, as he reveals his latest architectural creation. The atmosphere shifts dramatically with the unexpected arrival of Mathilde, a former student of Henry’s, whose presence threatens to unravel their already fragile relationship.
Readers will find a narrative that explores the complexities of love and vulnerability, drawing inspiration from Ibsen. The play delves into the emotional intricacies that surface when past connections resurface, challenging the characters’ bonds and self-perceptions. My Master Builder presents a thought-provoking examination of relationships set against a backdrop of celebration and impending turmoil.
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‘Do you remember how long ago it was? The last time we saw each other…’
On the eve of July 4th, in the Hamptons, Elena is preparing to throw a party to celebrate her husband, Henry, as he unveils his latest architectural masterpiece.
But their already vulnerable union is shattered by the unexpected arrival of a former student of Henry’s, Mathilde, with whom he shared an intimate connection…
Inspired by Ibsen, Lila Raicek’s My Master Builder is a startling play that lays bare the vulnerabilities we expose when we leave ourselves open to love.
It was first performed at Wyndham’s Theatre in London’s West End in 2025, directed by Michael Grandage and starring Ewan McGregor, Elizabeth Debicki and Kate Fleetwood.
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